I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.
--
When I am in the kitchen, I often kick one of my cat's balls.
After I kick it, he will sometimes play with it for a few
seconds to several minutes. His favorite are the ones that
rattle. He'll play with any ball that makes noise.

On 10/1/2012 2:37 AM, Daniel Prince wrote:
I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.


You need a light when you're screwing? A friend of mine had a small
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion cordless drill that he loved and it was very
handy and easy to use. ^_^

http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

http://tinyurl.com/8dgucf7

TDD

In article ,
Daniel Prince wrote:

I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.

I'm going to be preemptive and suggest you take all the forthcoming
"keyless chucks are junk" comments with a very large grain of salt. I've
said it befo keyless chuck technology itself is outstanding. It's
about the only thing you'll find in a machine shop these days, to the
extent chucks are used in place of collets. Junk, however, is junk, and
your average Harbor Freight keyless chuck may well fall in that
category.

On Mon, 01 Oct 2012 03:26:31 -0500, The Daring Dufas
wrote:

On 10/1/2012 2:37 AM, Daniel Prince wrote:
I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

you *definitely* want one with a lithium battery.


Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.


You need a light when you're screwing?

I snickered when I saw that there was one on my Milwaukee 12v drill
[and the Bosch impact driver that I bought later] But on the
drill I've found it hand a few times-- my eyes aren't what they once
were- and a little extra light right where I'm trying to find a screw
head is handy.

Jim

"Daniel Prince" wrote in message
...
I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.

A light on a drill was unique a few years ago, now common. They are handy
as hell for us who don't see as well as we used to. A lot of brands have
them. I bought a DeWalt combo with a drill and a impact. The impact had a
light but not the drill. Go figger. Wish they both did. Friend of mine
has a Ridgid with a light, and he likes it a lot. I'd suggest going with
one of the top 5 for long life. Ryobi is decent for the money if you don't
use it a LOT, and they may have a model with a light.

Steve

The Daring Dufas wrote:

A friend of mine had a small
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion cordless drill that he loved and it was very
handy and easy to use. ^_^

http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

TDD

I notice that this drill comes with two batteries. Do you know if
the charger is smart enough that I could leave the other battery in
the charger without it being over charged? Do you know how long the
batteries used in the drill would last with light use? Many years
ago, I read that lithium batteries only last two to four years no
matter how much or little they are used. Is that still true?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

In article ,
Daniel Prince wrote:

The Daring Dufas wrote:

A friend of mine had a small
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion cordless drill that he loved and it was very
handy and easy to use. ^_^

http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

TDD

I notice that this drill comes with two batteries. Do you know if
the charger is smart enough that I could leave the other battery in
the charger without it being over charged? Do you know how long the
batteries used in the drill would last with light use? Many years
ago, I read that lithium batteries only last two to four years no
matter how much or little they are used. Is that still true?

On drills and drivers that I have had and have now, including an older
Makita, the charger is smart and will not overcharge your batteries.
However, once the battery is charged and the charger shuts off, the
battery begins to self-discharge. This does not automatically trigger
another recharge cycle. I have to pull the battery out of the cradle and
reinsert it to do that. So I can't abandon the thing for 3 months and
then walk up and start using it without planning ahead. Perhaps that's
changed with newer stuff.

The Daring Dufas wrote:


http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

In the description it says:

Blows/Min.(BPM) Low 0-6,000, High 0-22,500

I have never used a hammer drill. Am I correct when I assume that I
would not want to use the hammer function when drilling into wood?
Would I want to use the hammer function when drilling into steel?
When should I use the hammer function and when should I not use the
hammer function?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

On Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:37:47 -0700, Daniel Prince
wrote:

I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.

Less that a year ago I was looking for the same type of tool as you. I
finally selected a Bosch PS31-2A 12V Lion. I've owned and used
several drill drivers over the years and so far this is the handiest
and best one I've owned.

The led helps tremendously when trying to find screws or hold in those
dark corners. I've recently renovated an entire home and used this
for everything with a screw: door hinges, drilling/installing
locksets, repairing doors, securing cabinets to the wall, hinges to
the doors and knobs on the drawers; Literally everything that a
screwdriver and/or drill was required. Comes with two batteries and a
quick charger which does a full charge in 30 niutes. I would
routinely run 1 1/2 days of use before having to replace the batt.

Here's a link:
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-PS31-2A-...ds=bosch+drill

Good luck.

Hammer function is used only with masonary bits, and only for holes through
cement or rock. Other than that, simple drilling is used.

Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
www.lds.org
..

"Daniel Prince" wrote in message
...

I have never used a hammer drill. Am I correct when I assume that I
would not want to use the hammer function when drilling into wood?
Would I want to use the hammer function when drilling into steel?
When should I use the hammer function and when should I not use the
hammer function?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by
sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

"Stormin Mormon" wrote:

Hammer function is used only with masonary bits, and only for holes through
cement or rock. Other than that, simple drilling is used.

What about driving hex head bolts or drywall screws?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

On 10/1/2012 3:37 AM, Daniel Prince wrote:
I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.


Thank you in advance for all replies.

I just bought a Bosch 12V Lithium Ion unit. My 14.4 Bosch is just
getting too heavy to lift over my head. I am impresses with this unit.
Yes, it's not as powerful as the 14.4, but it's pretty good. Got it
from an ebay store. Here one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bosch-PS31-2...item2a2385989f

BobMCT wrote:

Less that a year ago I was looking for the same type of tool as you. I
finally selected a Bosch PS31-2A 12V Lion. I've owned and used
several drill drivers over the years and so far this is the handiest
and best one I've owned.

This drill has a 3/8-inch sleeveless chuck. I do not know what a
sleeveless chuck is. Can it use standard drill bits?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

On 10/1/2012 12:40 PM, Daniel Prince wrote:
The Daring Dufas wrote:

A friend of mine had a small
Makita LXT Lithium-Ion cordless drill that he loved and it was very
handy and easy to use. ^_^

http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

TDD

I notice that this drill comes with two batteries. Do you know if
the charger is smart enough that I could leave the other battery in
the charger without it being over charged? Do you know how long the
batteries used in the drill would last with light use? Many years
ago, I read that lithium batteries only last two to four years no
matter how much or little they are used. Is that still true?


Since I don't own it, I just used it, I wouldn't know about its
characteristics but I'm sure the website has that information. ^_^

TDD

On 10/1/2012 7:36 PM, Daniel Prince wrote:
The Daring Dufas wrote:


http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

In the description it says:

Blows/Min.(BPM) Low 0-6,000, High 0-22,500

I have never used a hammer drill. Am I correct when I assume that I
would not want to use the hammer function when drilling into wood?
Would I want to use the hammer function when drilling into steel?
When should I use the hammer function and when should I not use the
hammer function?


The Makita isn't necessarily a hammer drill. The description is for
a "Cordless 3/8'' Driver-Drill". It's more than likely an impact driver
which makes the task of installing screws in hard materials much easier.
If you look closely at the chuck,you'll see that the impact function can
be disabled so the tool becomes a strait variable speed
drill. ^_^

TDD

You use a twist drill bit and only rotary motion when you want to CUT a hole through a material like wood, steel, plastic, aluminum, etc.

You use the hammer function and a masonry bit to BATTER a hole through masonry materials like brick, concrete, rock, mortar, etc.

Consequently, a dull masonary drill bit works much better than a dull twist drill bit cuz there's no cutting involved. It's all a matter of bashing the material in front of the bit into rubble (that gets augered out of the hole by the flutes).

If it wuz me, I wouldn't use the hammering function with a keyless chuck unless you're drilling into masonry with a masonry bit. I have a Hilti rotary hammer with an SDS chuck, and as a freebee I got a keyless chuck accessory that could be installed in the SDS chuck for using twist drill bits up to 1/2 inch in diameter. The owners manual warned me never to use that keyless chuck accessory when the tool was in hammer mode because the keyless chuck was press fit together and the pounding action of the tool could shake it apart. Admittedly, the hammering action of your cordless drill won't be as strong as a corded rotary hammer, but if it wuz my cordless drill, I'd play it safe and not use the hammer function unless you need it (meaning you've got a masonry bit in the keyless chuck and you're drilling into masonry).


I like pigs.
Dogs look up to us.
Cats look down at us.
Pigs consider us equals.
-----one of Winston Churchill's speech writers

On Tue, 02 Oct 2012 01:28:04 -0500, The Daring Dufas
wrote:

On 10/1/2012 7:36 PM, Daniel Prince wrote:
The Daring Dufas wrote:


http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

In the description it says:

Blows/Min.(BPM) Low 0-6,000, High 0-22,500

I have never used a hammer drill. Am I correct when I assume that I
would not want to use the hammer function when drilling into wood?
Would I want to use the hammer function when drilling into steel?
When should I use the hammer function and when should I not use the
hammer function?


The Makita isn't necessarily a hammer drill. The description is for
a "Cordless 3/8'' Driver-Drill". It's more than likely an impact driver
which makes the task of installing screws in hard materials much easier.

A hammer drill is great for driving things where lots of torque is
needed. They suck at jobs where having torque control is important
[like when you're driving self-tapping screws into sheet metal.]

If I could only have one, I'd keep my Milwaukee with the torque
control. But you'd have to fight me for my Bosch impact driver.

If you look closely at the chuck,you'll see that the impact function can
be disabled so the tool becomes a strait variable speed
drill. ^_^

Chuck vs hex is something to think about too-- That one has a chuck. I
like the hex, especially now that it is pretty easy to find decent
bits with hex ends.

Jim

Hammer drill provides some forward and back action, which helps break up
cement. I would never use hammer drill for driving bolts or screws (which
need rotation).

Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
www.lds.org
..

"Daniel Prince" wrote in message
...
"Stormin Mormon" wrote:

Hammer function is used only with masonary bits, and only for holes through
cement or rock. Other than that, simple drilling is used.

What about driving hex head bolts or drywall screws?
--
When a cat sits in a human's lap both the human and the cat are usually
happy. The human is happy because he thinks the cat is sitting on him/her
because it loves her/him. The cat is happy because it thinks that by
sitting
on the human it is dominant over the human.

Are you confusing hammer drill, and impact drill?

When I use a hammer drill (masonary bits, and drilling through cement or
rock) I don't use a lot of torque. I use high speed, light pressure, and not
much torque is needed.

Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
www.lds.org
..

"Jim Elbrecht" wrote in message
...


A hammer drill is great for driving things where lots of torque is
needed. They suck at jobs where having torque control is important
[like when you're driving self-tapping screws into sheet metal.]

If I could only have one, I'd keep my Milwaukee with the torque
control. But you'd have to fight me for my Bosch impact driver.

Jim

On 10/2/2012 7:02 AM, Jim Elbrecht wrote:
On Tue, 02 Oct 2012 01:28:04 -0500, The Daring Dufas
wrote:

On 10/1/2012 7:36 PM, Daniel Prince wrote:
The Daring Dufas wrote:


http://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet.c...ts%5CFD02W.asp

In the description it says:

Blows/Min.(BPM) Low 0-6,000, High 0-22,500

I have never used a hammer drill. Am I correct when I assume that I
would not want to use the hammer function when drilling into wood?
Would I want to use the hammer function when drilling into steel?
When should I use the hammer function and when should I not use the
hammer function?


The Makita isn't necessarily a hammer drill. The description is for
a "Cordless 3/8'' Driver-Drill". It's more than likely an impact driver
which makes the task of installing screws in hard materials much easier.

A hammer drill is great for driving things where lots of torque is
needed. They suck at jobs where having torque control is important
[like when you're driving self-tapping screws into sheet metal.]

If I could only have one, I'd keep my Milwaukee with the torque
control. But you'd have to fight me for my Bosch impact driver.

If you look closely at the chuck,you'll see that the impact function can
be disabled so the tool becomes a strait variable speed
drill. ^_^

Chuck vs hex is something to think about too-- That one has a chuck. I
like the hex, especially now that it is pretty easy to find decent
bits with hex ends.

Jim


The little Makita appears to have a torque clutch like many
driver/drills. I have owned a Bosch corded 1/2" hammer drill
for years that's wonderful because the high impact rate which
sounds like a mini-gun, allows me to zip right through concrete
and masonry items. I've had for years for heavy drilling and driving a
corded Milwaukee 1/2 Hole Shooter that can break your arm if you're not
careful. Back in 93 I bought a Black & Decker 12volt cordless that was
produced before Black & Decker bought out DeWalt and it's identical
to the newer DeWalt 12volt cordless drills except it's black. I've only
replaced the batteries once since I bought it. I did have one of those
Bosch impact drivers but sold it when I needed some money quick since it
was new I was able to sell it for what I paid for it. O_o

TDD

On Monday, October 1, 2012 2:09:26 PM UTC-4, Smitty Two wrote:
On drills and drivers that I have had and have now, including an older
Makita, the charger is smart and will not overcharge your batteries.
However, once the battery is charged and the charger shuts off, the
battery begins to self-discharge. This does not automatically trigger
another recharge cycle. I have to pull the battery out of the cradle and
reinsert it to do that. So I can't abandon the thing for 3 months and
then walk up and start using it without planning ahead. Perhaps that's
changed with newer stuff.

Lithium doesn't self-discharge nearly as quickly as the old NiCd batteries. Months vs. days.

On Oct 1, 12:37*am, Daniel Prince wrote:
I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. *I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? *I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. *I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. *It
had plenty of torque for my needs.

Thank you in advance for all replies.
--
When I am in the kitchen, I often kick one of my cat's balls.
After I kick it, he will sometimes play with it for a few
seconds to several minutes. *His favorite are the ones that
rattle. *He'll play with any ball that makes noise.

Highly recommend
Rockwell's drill with lifetime batteries.
3R62HARD3P 62pc 3RILL Set (3 monthly payments) $83.31 Order
Total: $266.30
birthday gift direct from Rockwell, came fast, and used the day it
arrived.
small, lightweight [not as light as a dremel tube type, but that's
awkward to hold] fits in the hand and small emough t to reach into
corners.
It beats every battery powered drill I've tried for convenience, size,
weight, and there is NO awkward butte-end battery sticking out getting
in the way!
What kicked over the the edge was the 'lifetime' battery. Comes with
two and recharge is faster than you can take a battery down. - well
almost.

The 62 pc toolkit comes with assorted screwdriver tips, and some weird
new tips, wood drill bits, porcelain drill bits, and even an
assortment of twist drill bits.

Original intended use was dry wall screws, but I now use it for
cabinetry screw assembly and computer case disassembly. It has
variable torque settings so you aren't as likely to strip the sheet
metal screw holes out.

On Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:37:47 -0700, Daniel Prince wrote:

I want to buy a small, light, cordless drill with LED lights that
shine on what I am drilling or screwing. I think I want one with a
lithium battery.

Can anyone recommend a good model? I will be using it mostly to
drive small drywall screws and to drive and remove small screws like
the ones in computer cases. I need a keyless chuck so that I can
use standard drill bits. I used to have a Skill 3.6 volt drill. It
had plenty of torque for my needs.

I use a Bosch PS32-2A for about 80% of what I do. It's a great little tool;
light and good balance. I use its brother, a 12V Impactor, impact driver for
driving screws.

http://www.boschtools.com/Products/T...px?pid=PS31-2A

Thank you in advance for all replies.

On Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:09:22 -0700, Daniel Prince wrote:

"Stormin Mormon" wrote:

Hammer function is used only with masonary bits, and only for holes through
cement or rock. Other than that, simple drilling is used.

What about driving hex head bolts or drywall screws?

Never use the hammer function for driving screws. The "hammer" motion is
along the axis, which will tend to break the lands you're trying to create
with the screw. OTOH, a impact driver uses a radial impact which tends to
break friction, advancing the screw along the threads.

On Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:17:07 -0700, Daniel Prince
wrote:

BobMCT wrote:

Less that a year ago I was looking for the same type of tool as you. I
finally selected a Bosch PS31-2A 12V Lion. I've owned and used
several drill drivers over the years and so far this is the handiest
and best one I've owned.

This drill has a 3/8-inch sleeveless chuck. I do not know what a
sleeveless chuck is. Can it use standard drill bits?

Yes, of course. It has a standard twist chuck so any shaft 3/8" or
smaller can be held firm. I think the unit came with a releasing hex
insert that one secures in the chuck then inserts bits, drivers,
drills etc for use. Then with a simple one short slide of the locking
mechanism the insert can be pulled out and a different one inserted.
For me it makes switching back and forth between flat and phillips
screw bits almost instant when working with both at the same time. I
also purchased a set of hex end drill bits that fit easily into this
lock holder. I couldn't be happier with this solution.

Good luck.

On 10/01/2012 08:34 PM, BobMCT wrote:

[snip]


Less that a year ago I was looking for the same type of tool as you. I
finally selected a Bosch PS31-2A 12V Lion. I've owned and used
several drill drivers over the years and so far this is the handiest
and best one I've owned.

I have the same model, and like it.

The led helps tremendously when trying to find screws or hold in those
dark corners. I've recently renovated an entire home and used this
for everything with a screw: door hinges, drilling/installing
locksets, repairing doors, securing cabinets to the wall, hinges to
the doors and knobs on the drawers; Literally everything that a
screwdriver and/or drill was required. Comes with two batteries and a
quick charger which does a full charge in 30 minutes. I would
routinely run 1 1/2 days of use before having to replace the batt.

Here's a link:
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-PS31-2A-...ds=bosch+drill

Good luck.



--
Mark Lloyd
http://notstupid.us

"If wisdom and diamonds grew on the same tree we could soon tell how
much men loved wisdom." [Lemuel K. Washburn, _Is The Bible Worth Reading
And Other Essays_, 1911]